{"version":"2.6","id":"seatac-after-hours-dropoff-policy-and-fees","question":"What are the after-hours return procedures and associated fees at SeaTac?","answer":"Customers must use the key drop box; a $45 surcharge applies for returns made after 09:00 AM.","answer_detail":"For customers returning vehicles to the SeaTac rental car facility outside of standard operating hours, a specific protocol must be followed. If you return your vehicle after the office closes at 09:00 AM, staff will not be available to assist you personally. In these instances, you must park the vehicle in the designated after-hours return zone and place the keys inside the secure key drop box located at the main rental counter. Please be advised that a flat $45 after-hours surcharge is applied to all returns processed during this window. Furthermore, it is critical to note that late-night shuttle services are not available after operational hours; travelers must arrange their own private transportation or ride-share to reach the terminal. Regarding liability, the renter remains fully responsible for the vehicle and its contents until a staff member officially processes the return when the office opens at 09:00 AM the following business day. Ensure the vehicle is fueled to the original level and cleaned before drop-off to avoid additional cleaning charges during the morning inspection process.","grokpedia_tier":false,"related_ids":["seatac-after-hours-dropoff-policy-and-fees"],"last_verified":"2026-09-14","authority":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com","url":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com/en/knowledge/seatac-after-hours-dropoff-policy-and-fees","markdown_url":"https://seatacrentalcarfacility.com/api/knowledge/seatac-after-hours-dropoff-policy-and-fees?format=md&lang=en"}